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The Vatican honors martyrs from the 21st century on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Meanwhile, prayer vigils are being held across the U.S. in memory of Charlie Kirk.

The Vatican hosts a conference related to the pursuit of peace. Meanwhile, we examine the spiritual impact of viewing graphic content online in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s tragic death. And, a bipartisan push is underway in the Senate to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

As the world continues to react to the death of Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, one eyewitness shares what the mood is on campus at Utah Valley University. We discuss what Kirk's lasting legacy will be. And, Sunday marks the 50th anniversary of the canonization of the first US saint, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

Prayers poured in after conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was reportedly shot at a campus event at Utah Valley University. Meanwhile, European leaders condemned Russia for sending drones into Poland. And, a new exhibit has opened outside Rome, honoring a key priority of the late Pope Francis.

The canonization of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati — known for his love of mountain climbing — has renewed attention to how nature served as a path to God for saints like Pope John Paul II. Meanwhile, A House Committee has released Epstein’s “Birthday Book,” featuring a letter allegedly from Trump.

Pope Leo XIV proclaims the first saints of his papacy: Saints Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis. Meanwhile, President Trump announces what his administration is doing to protect prayer in the classroom. And, recent remarks from a Democratic senator are drawing Catholic critique.

Ahead of the upcoming canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, we learn more about how their lives inspire & guide the faithful today. Meanwhile, Catholic folk musician Marie Miller has released a new song inspired by their holiness and youthful witness to the faith.

Pope Leo XIV will be inaugurating a new ecological chapter of his pontificate with the opening of Borgo Laudato Si. Meanwhile, the Archdiocese of Denver recently asked parishioners to share the names of young men they believe would make good priests—receiving over 900 submissions.

A new animated film, The Light of the World, tells Christ's story from a unique perspective. Meanwhile, as the Church prepares to welcome two new saints on Sunday, Cardinal Semeraro reflects on the life of soon-to-be saint Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati.

Nearly one week after the tragic shooting at a Catholic church in Minnesota, the Archbishop of Minneapolis shares how the community is healing. Meanwhile, in Iraq, two historic churches destroyed by ISIS have reopened. And, hundreds gathered at the annual EWTN Family Celebration in Virginia.

As Americans mark Labor Day with barbecues and time with family, the holiday’s origins run much deeper—shaped in part by Catholic immigrants who filled the ranks of early unions. St. Joseph is the patron saint of workers because he taught Jesus the trade and craft of carpentry. And we meet a girl in North Dakota who is determined to make it to Carlo Acutis' canonization.

A father shares his daughter’s story of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, a pastor who lost his daughter in a 2017 church shooting responds to the tragedy. And, as part of the Jubilee of Hope, pilgrims from Santiago de Compostela travel to the Vatican.

Following a deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church, Minnesota’s governor reportedly boosts security at schools & religious sites. Church leaders prepare services to mark 20 years since Hurricane Katrina. And, on the Feast of St. Augustine, we explore his lasting impact—even on Pope Leo XIV.

The Catholic community across the United States is uniting in prayer after a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, Pope Leo mourns the victims of the shooting. And, Catholics are speaking out against the scheduled execution of a Florida death row inmate.

Preparations are underway for the 2025 EWTN Family Celebration. Meanwhile, a group advocating for child safety is sounding the alarm over parents sharing pictures of their children online. And, Trump doubles down on his crime crackdown, saying killers in D.C. will face the death penalty.